EP1324427A1 - Process of connecting of flat conductors and the connection itself - Google Patents

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EP1324427A1
EP1324427A1 EP02027356A EP02027356A EP1324427A1 EP 1324427 A1 EP1324427 A1 EP 1324427A1 EP 02027356 A EP02027356 A EP 02027356A EP 02027356 A EP02027356 A EP 02027356A EP 1324427 A1 EP1324427 A1 EP 1324427A1
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  • the invention relates to a method for connecting ends of flat conductors or flat conductor sections, in particular busbars for low-voltage applications high current carrying capacity from high conductivity material after Preamble of claim 1 and a corresponding arrangement of the connection.
  • a complex process for connecting with the highest possible transition conductance consists of covering the head ends of the conductors with a copper cap solder on which silver-plated contact surfaces are formed (EP 0926781 A1), whereby a low contact resistance can be achieved.
  • the disadvantage of this The procedure is that galvanic treatment is carried out and the Cap must be used as an additional part.
  • Another method of connecting ends of flat conductors or conductor sections is that the ends butt butt against each other are welded (DE 27 31 850 C2).
  • connection arrangement is described in FR 2 787 251 A1 Service.
  • the abutting edges of the flat conductors are as a curved line or Meanders designed to complement each other in such a way, being on the abutting edges of the joined flat conductor undercuts are present. With the Undercuts create a positive fit in the direction of extension of the conductor Toothing. To produce a high transition conductance, the Butt edges are pressed together, soldered or welded.
  • the invention is therefore based on the object, the method and a corresponding Simplify connection arrangement so that the manufacturing cost be lowered.
  • Typical conductor rails made of aluminum or copper have dimensions of 0.8 x 20 x 300 cm with a current carrying capacity of up to 2,500 A at low voltage.
  • Aluminum busbars are usually nickel-plated and tinned and carry an insulating coating.
  • a flat conductor section 12 can be a short piece of a flat conductor or an elbow be, or an inserted into a flat conductor expansion element 14 (as in the Figures 1 and 5 drawn). Expansion elements are used to make thermal Intercept changes in length. For example, such an element in DE 27 31 850 C2, where it is by means of press welding 50 with a Flat conductor 12 is connected. The main direction of extension of the flat conductor is with Reference numerals 16 and 16 'in the figures.
  • the undercuts 33 are in the shape of the recesses 24, 24 'and in their interaction with the locking bolt 30 in connection with the line shape of the abutting edges.
  • a first and in the Fig. 1 to 4 training is such that the corresponding abutting edges 20 lines are.
  • a second embodiment (FIG. 5) is that the abutting edges 24 are curved Lines are, for example, in a meandering shape or in a sinus shape.
  • the curved trained abutting edges correspond to each other in such a way that the flat conductors 10 can be pushed together seamlessly at the butt edges without to form a positive connection.
  • the contour of the locking bolt is a contour with an undercut, according to the hatched Surface 33 in Fig. 1 or 3. With curved corresponding abutting edges can the contour of the locking bolt should be round (oval or circular). in this connection there is an undercut as shown with the hatched lines in FIG. 5A Surfaces 33 'is drawn.
  • Corresponding abutting edges in curved design should preferably be used be designed such that a guide of the flat conductors to each other in the direction of impact (as shown in Fig. 5). A lateral shift should not possible. This simplifies the bracketing, which is then only in Thrust direction or longitudinal direction, but not in the transverse direction must record.
  • each corresponding abutting edge 20, 22 24 introduced such that the recess in the abutting edge of the first flat conductor opposite the recess in the abutting edges of the second flat conductor and both recesses together the contour of the locking bolt 30,30 'form.
  • Corresponding recesses can be semicircles, semi-ellipses or be designed as an elongated hole. Such recesses open outwards (in Towards the butt edge) concave. Have recesses with an undercut a contour narrowing towards the butt edge.
  • the locking bolt (in the form of a bolt or rivet) is in the Recess 30 pressed or hammered. For this, a blow, rivet or Press tool used.
  • the locking bolt 30,30 should can absorb mechanical forces and preferably also good electrical be conductive, with copper, aluminum or corresponding metal alloys being the material come into question.
  • the flat conductors are thus form-fitting wedges that an optimal current transfer can take place.
  • the contour of the recesses 24 and that of the locking bolt or bolts can be circular in the simplest form (reference numeral 24 '). Is essential however, that only by inserting the locking bolt of the positive connection comes about. This is achieved with straight corresponding abutting edges in that the contour is formed with an undercut.
  • the shape of a dumbbell (reference number 30) can be selected. It is essential that the shape and direction of the abutting edges and the contour of the recess are designed such that the force components in relation to the Direction of impact or longitudinal direction (reference numerals 16, 16 ') for Contribute form fit. With favorable positional and angular relationships can also an elongated hole contour for the recess and locking bolt is sufficient as long the undercut surface 33, 33 'remains sufficiently large.
  • curved corresponding abutting edges are at least has an edge section running in the direction of impact, so that it is sufficient can, there only a single round locking bolt for manufacturing the form fit.
  • Contour cutters should be used to introduce the connection contours.
  • the positive connection should take place as soon as possible, so that no oxide layer can form.
  • the milled contours can be treated with an antioxidant be covered, so that the assembly can also be done with a time delay can.
  • an antioxidant be covered, so that the assembly can also be done with a time delay can.
  • Known oils or varnishes are commercially available as antioxidants, that can be used.
  • corresponding butt edges butt together.
  • Corresponding edges can also overlap or overlap, as in FIG. 6B or as a tongue and groove connection, as in Fig. 6A, (section B-B of Fig. 5) in Fig. 6A.

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Corresponding edges (20) mate precisely when butted, and recesses (24) made into them, form closed contours when they are together. Matching locking bars completely fill the contours when pressed-in. An undercut (33) completes interlocking. <??>An Independent claim is included for the corresponding assembly.

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Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Verbinden von Enden von flachen Leitern oder Flachleiterabschnitten, insbesondere Stromschienen für Niederspannungsanwendung hoher Strombelastbarkeit aus Material hoher Leitfähigkeit nach dem Oberbegriff des 1. Anspruchs und eine entsprechende Anordnung der Verbindung.The invention relates to a method for connecting ends of flat conductors or flat conductor sections, in particular busbars for low-voltage applications high current carrying capacity from high conductivity material after Preamble of claim 1 and a corresponding arrangement of the connection.

Ein aufwendiges Verfahren für das Verbinden mit möglichst hohem Übergangsleitwert besteht darin, die Kopfenden der Leiter mit einer Kappe aus Kupfer zu verlöten, auf der versilberte Kontaktflächen ausgebildet sind (EP 0926781 A1), wodurch ein geringer Übergangswiderstand erreichbar ist. Der Nachteil dieses Verfahrens liegt darin, dass eine galvanische Behandlung vorgenommen und die Kappe als Zusatzteil eingesetzt werden muss.A complex process for connecting with the highest possible transition conductance consists of covering the head ends of the conductors with a copper cap solder on which silver-plated contact surfaces are formed (EP 0926781 A1), whereby a low contact resistance can be achieved. The disadvantage of this The procedure is that galvanic treatment is carried out and the Cap must be used as an additional part.

Ein anderes Verfahren zum Verbinden von Enden von flachen Leitern oder Leiterabschnitten besteht darin, dass die Enden stumpf gegeneinander stoßend miteinander verschweißt werden (DE 27 31 850 C2).Another method of connecting ends of flat conductors or conductor sections is that the ends butt butt against each other are welded (DE 27 31 850 C2).

Wieder eine andere Verbindungsanordnung ist in der FR 2 787 251 A1 beschrieben worden. Die Stoßkanten der Flachleiter sind als geschwungene Linie oder Mäander komplementär zueinander derart ausgebildet, wobei an den Stoßkanten der zusammengefügten Flachleiter Hinterschneidungen vorhanden sind. Mit den Hinterschneidungen entsteht eine in Erstreckungsrichtung der Leiter formschlüssige Verzahnung. Zur Herstellung eines hohen Übergangsleitwerts müssen die Stoßkanten mit einander verpresst, verlötet oder verschweißt werden.Yet another connection arrangement is described in FR 2 787 251 A1 Service. The abutting edges of the flat conductors are as a curved line or Meanders designed to complement each other in such a way, being on the abutting edges of the joined flat conductor undercuts are present. With the Undercuts create a positive fit in the direction of extension of the conductor Toothing. To produce a high transition conductance, the Butt edges are pressed together, soldered or welded.

Von Nachteil bei den beiden letztgenannten Verfahren - insbesondere für Leiter aus Aluminium - ist, dass die Oberflächen bzw. Stoßkanten zur Herstellung eines kleinen Übergangswiderstandes vorbehandelt werden müssen, insbesondere zur Vermeidung von Oxidschichten. Da weiterhin Stromschienen aus Aluminium vernickelt, verzinnt und mit einer Isolierschicht abgedeckt werden, müssen diese einzelnen Arbeitsschritte mit dem Prozess des Verbindens untereinander in einer wirtschaftlichen Reihenfolge abgestimmt werden. A disadvantage of the latter two methods - especially for conductors made of aluminum - is that the surfaces or abutting edges to produce a small contact resistance must be pretreated, especially for Avoiding oxide layers. Since aluminum tracks are still nickel-plated, tinned and covered with an insulating layer, these must be individual work steps with the process of connecting each other in one economic order.

Der Erfindung liegt daher die Aufgabe zugrunde, das Verfahren und eine entsprechende Verbindungsanordnung derart zu vereinfachen, dass die Herstellkosten gesenkt werden.The invention is therefore based on the object, the method and a corresponding Simplify connection arrangement so that the manufacturing cost be lowered.

Das vorgeschlagene Verfahren wird in den kennzeichnenden Merkmalen des Hauptanspruchs angegeben, während den abhängigen Ansprüchen vorteilhafte Weiterbildungen zu entnehmen sind. Die Verbindungsanordnung wird mit weiteren Unteransprüchen nebengeordnet beansprucht.The proposed method is described in the characterizing features of the Main claim specified, while the dependent claims advantageous Further training can be found. The connection arrangement is with others Subordinate claims claimed in a subordinate manner.

Das erfindungsgemäße Verfahren zum Verbinden von Enden von flachen Leitern oder Flachleiterabschnitten besteht in folgenden Arbeitsschritten:

  • zueinander korrespondierende Stoßkanten werden derart gestaltet, dass die Flachleiter oder Flachleiterabschnitte an den korrespondieren Stoßkanten ohne Formschluss aneinander anlegbar sind,
  • in den korrespondierenden Stosskanten beider Flachleiter oder Flachleiterabschnitte wird mindestens eine Ausnehmung derart ausgebildet, dass die Ausbildungen nach Aneinanderlegen der korrespondierenden Stosskanten eine geschlossene Kontur bilden,
  • zur Herstellung der Verbindung wird in mindestens eine Ausnehmung ein im Umriss der geschlossenen Kontur ausgebildeter Verriegelungsbolzen eingepresst
  • wobei die geschlossene Kontur der Ausnehmungen und die Linienform der korrespondierenden Stoßkanten zueinander so gestaltet werden, dass mindestens eine Hinterschneidung zur Herstellung des Formschlusses vorhanden ist.
The method according to the invention for connecting ends of flat conductors or flat conductor sections consists of the following steps:
  • abutting edges corresponding to one another are designed such that the flat conductors or flat conductor sections can be placed against one another at the corresponding abutting edges without positive locking,
  • at least one recess is formed in the corresponding abutting edges of both flat conductors or flat conductor sections such that the formations form a closed contour after the corresponding abutting edges have been placed against one another,
  • to establish the connection, a locking bolt formed in the outline of the closed contour is pressed into at least one recess
  • the closed contour of the recesses and the line shape of the corresponding abutting edges to one another are designed in such a way that at least one undercut is present for producing the positive connection.

Verfahren und Verbindungsanordnung werden mit ihren Ausgestaltungen anhand der Figuren beschrieben, woraus sich weitere Einzelheiten und Vorteile ergeben. Es zeigen

  • Figur 1: eine gerade Verbindung eines Flachleiters mit einem Leiterabschnitt;
  • Figur 2: eine 90°-Verbindung eines Flachleiters mit einem Leiterabschnitt;
  • Figur 3: wie in Fig. 2 jedoch mit nur einem Verbindungsbolzen;
  • Figur 4: eine Verbindung eines Flachleiters seitlich mit einem zweiten Flachleiter;
  • Figur 5: eine gerade Verbindung mit gekrümmter Stoßkante, links vor dem Zusammenführen, rechts nach dem Zusammenführen,
  • Fig. 5A eine vergrößerte Darstellung mit Hinterschneidung aus Fig. 5 und
  • Figur 6: die Form der Stoßkante als Schnitt B-B gemäß Fig. 5.
    • The method and connection arrangement are described with their configurations using the figures, from which further details and advantages result. Show it
  • Figure 1: a straight connection of a flat conductor with a conductor section;
  • Figure 2: a 90 ° connection of a flat conductor with a conductor section;
  • Figure 3: as in Figure 2 but with only one connecting bolt;
  • FIG. 4: a connection of a flat conductor laterally to a second flat conductor;
  • FIG. 5: a straight connection with a curved abutting edge, on the left before joining, on the right after joining,
  • Fig. 5A is an enlarged view with an undercut from Fig. 5 and
  • FIG. 6: the shape of the abutting edge as section BB according to FIG. 5.

    • Typische Stromschienen aus Aluminium oder Kupfer haben Dimensionen von 0,8 x 20 x 300 cm mit einer Stromtragfähigkeit bis zu 2.500 A bei Niederspannung. Aluminium-Stromschienen sind in der Regel vernickelt und verzinnt und tragen eine Isolierbeschichtung.Typical conductor rails made of aluminum or copper have dimensions of 0.8 x 20 x 300 cm with a current carrying capacity of up to 2,500 A at low voltage. Aluminum busbars are usually nickel-plated and tinned and carry an insulating coating.

    Wenn im folgenden nur von Flachleitern 10 gesprochen wird, soll jeweils auch, wenn nicht anders erwähnt, ein Flachleiterabschnitt 12 gemeint sein. Ein Flachleiterabschnitt 12 kann ein kurzes Stück eines Flachleiters oder ein Winkelstück sein, oder auch ein in einen Flachleiter eingefügtes Dehnelement 14 (wie in den Figuren 1 und 5 gezeichnet). Dehnelemente werden verwendet, um thermische Längenänderungen abzufangen. Beispielsweise wird ein solches Element in DE 27 31 850 C2 beschrieben, wo es mittels Pressverschweißung 50 mit einem Flachleiter 12 verbunden ist. Die Haupterstreckungsrichtung der Flachleiter ist mit Bezugszeichen 16 und 16' in den Figuren gekennzeichnet.If only flat conductors 10 are mentioned below, unless otherwise stated, a flat conductor section 12 is meant. A flat conductor section 12 can be a short piece of a flat conductor or an elbow be, or an inserted into a flat conductor expansion element 14 (as in the Figures 1 and 5 drawn). Expansion elements are used to make thermal Intercept changes in length. For example, such an element in DE 27 31 850 C2, where it is by means of press welding 50 with a Flat conductor 12 is connected. The main direction of extension of the flat conductor is with Reference numerals 16 and 16 'in the figures.

    Bei der Ausbildung der korrespondierenden Stosskanten 20, 22, bzw. der Ausbildung der Form der Hinterschneidungen 33 werden zwei unterschiedliche Muster vorgeschlagen. Die Hinterschneidungen 33 sind in der Form der Ausnehmungen 24, 24' und in ihrem Zusammenwirken mit den Verriegelungsbolzen 30 im Zusammenhang mit der Linienform der Stoßkanten festgelegt. Eine erste und in den Fig. 1 bis 4 dargestellte Ausbildung ist so, dass die korrespondierenden Stosskanten 20 Geraden sind.In the formation of the corresponding abutting edges 20, 22 or the formation the shape of the undercuts 33 are two different patterns proposed. The undercuts 33 are in the shape of the recesses 24, 24 'and in their interaction with the locking bolt 30 in connection with the line shape of the abutting edges. A first and in the Fig. 1 to 4 training is such that the corresponding abutting edges 20 lines are.

    Eine zweite Ausbildung (Fig. 5) besteht darin, dass die Stoßkanten 24 gekrümmte Linien sind, beispielsweise in Mäanderform oder in Sinusform. Die gekrümmt ausgebildeten Stoßkanten korrespondieren zueinander derart, dass die Flachleiter 10 an den Stoßkanten fugenlos zusammengeschoben werden können, ohne einen Formschluss zu bilden.A second embodiment (FIG. 5) is that the abutting edges 24 are curved Lines are, for example, in a meandering shape or in a sinus shape. The curved trained abutting edges correspond to each other in such a way that the flat conductors 10 can be pushed together seamlessly at the butt edges without to form a positive connection.

    Bei der Verwendung von geraden korrespondierenden Stosskanten wird eine besondere Kontur des Verriegelungsbolzen eingesetzt. Die Kontur des Verriegelungsbolzen ist eine Kontur mit Hinterschneidung, entsprechend der schraffierten Fläche 33 in Fig. 1 oder 3. Bei gekrümmten korrespondierenden Stoßkanten kann die Kontur des Verriegelungsbolzen rund (oval oder kreisförmig) sein. Hierbei kommt eine Hinterschneidung zustande, wie sie in Fig. 5A mit den schraffierten Flächen 33' gezeichnet ist. When using straight corresponding abutting edges, a special one will be Contour of the locking bolt inserted. The contour of the locking bolt is a contour with an undercut, according to the hatched Surface 33 in Fig. 1 or 3. With curved corresponding abutting edges can the contour of the locking bolt should be round (oval or circular). in this connection there is an undercut as shown with the hatched lines in FIG. 5A Surfaces 33 'is drawn.

    Korrespondierende Stosskante in gekrümmter Ausbildung sollten vorzugsweise derart ausgebildet sein, dass eine Führung der Flachleiter zueinander in Stoßrichtung (wie in Fig. 5 dargestellt) vorhanden ist. Eine seitliche Verschiebung sollte nicht möglich sein. Damit vereinfacht sich die Verklammerung, die dann nur in Stoßrichtung oder Längserstreckungsrichtung, aber nicht in Querrichtung Kräfte aufnehmen muss.Corresponding abutting edges in curved design should preferably be used be designed such that a guide of the flat conductors to each other in the direction of impact (as shown in Fig. 5). A lateral shift should not possible. This simplifies the bracketing, which is then only in Thrust direction or longitudinal direction, but not in the transverse direction must record.

    In jeder korrespondierenden Stosskante 20, 22 ist mindestens eine Ausnehmung 24 eingebracht, derart dass die Ausnehmung in der Stosskante der ersten Flachleiters der Ausnehmung in der Stosskanten des zweiten Flachleiters gegenüberliegt und beide Ausnehmungen miteinander die Kontur des Verriegelungsbolzen 30,30' bilden.There is at least one recess in each corresponding abutting edge 20, 22 24 introduced such that the recess in the abutting edge of the first flat conductor opposite the recess in the abutting edges of the second flat conductor and both recesses together the contour of the locking bolt 30,30 'form.

    Korrespondierende Ausnehmungen können als Halbkreise, als Halb-Ellipsen oder als Langloch ausgebildet sein. Solche Ausnehmungen öffnen sich nach außen (in Richtung auf die Stoßkante) konkav. Ausnehmungen mit Hinterschneidung haben eine sich in Richtung auf die Stoßkante verengende Kontur.Corresponding recesses can be semicircles, semi-ellipses or be designed as an elongated hole. Such recesses open outwards (in Towards the butt edge) concave. Have recesses with an undercut a contour narrowing towards the butt edge.

    Der Verriegelungsbolzen (in Art eines Riegels oder eines Niets) wird in die Ausnehmung 30 eingepresst oder eingeschlagen. Hierzu wird ein Schlag-, Nietoder Presswerkzeug verwendet. Der Verriegelungsbolzen 30,30' sollte die mechanischen Kräfte aufnehmen können und vorzugsweise auch gut elektrisch leitend sein, wobei als Werkstoff Kupfer, Aluminium oder entsprechende Metall-Legierungen infrage kommen. Die Flachleiter werden somit derart formschlüssig verkeilt, dass ein optimaler Stromübergang stattfinden kann.The locking bolt (in the form of a bolt or rivet) is in the Recess 30 pressed or hammered. For this, a blow, rivet or Press tool used. The locking bolt 30,30 'should can absorb mechanical forces and preferably also good electrical be conductive, with copper, aluminum or corresponding metal alloys being the material come into question. The flat conductors are thus form-fitting wedges that an optimal current transfer can take place.

    Die Kontur der Ausnehmungen 24 und die des oder der Verriegelungsbolzen kann in der einfachsten Form kreisrund sein (Bezugszeichen 24'). Wesentlich ist jedoch, dass erst durch das Einfügen des Verriegelungsbolzens der Formschluss zustande kommt. Dies erreicht man bei geraden korrespondierenden Stosskanten dadurch, dass die Kontur mit Hinterschneidung ausgebildet ist. In der einfachsten Art kann die Form einer Hantel (Bezugszeichen 30) gewählt werden. Wesentlich ist, dass Form und Richtung der Stoßkanten und die Kontur der Ausnehmung derart ausgebildet sind, dass die Kraftkomponenten in Bezug auf die Stoßrichtung oder Längserstreckungsrichtung (Bezugszeichen 16, 16') zum Formschluss beitragen. Bei günstigen Lage- und Winkelverhältnisse kann auch eine Langloch-Kontur für Ausnehmung und Verriegelungsbolzen ausreichen, solange die Hinterschneidungsfläche 33,33' ausreichend groß bleibt.The contour of the recesses 24 and that of the locking bolt or bolts can be circular in the simplest form (reference numeral 24 '). Is essential however, that only by inserting the locking bolt of the positive connection comes about. This is achieved with straight corresponding abutting edges in that the contour is formed with an undercut. In the simplest Type, the shape of a dumbbell (reference number 30) can be selected. It is essential that the shape and direction of the abutting edges and the contour of the recess are designed such that the force components in relation to the Direction of impact or longitudinal direction (reference numerals 16, 16 ') for Contribute form fit. With favorable positional and angular relationships can also an elongated hole contour for the recess and locking bolt is sufficient as long the undercut surface 33, 33 'remains sufficiently large.

    Von Vorteil ist, wenn gekrümmte korrespondierende Stoßkanten auch mindestens einen in Stossrichtung verlaufendem Kantenabschnitt hat, so dass es ausreicht kann, dort nur einen einzigen runden Verriegelungsbolzen zur Herstellung des Formschlusses vorzusehen.It is advantageous if curved corresponding abutting edges are at least has an edge section running in the direction of impact, so that it is sufficient can, there only a single round locking bolt for manufacturing the form fit.

    Im Fall der Ausbildung von gekrümmten korrespondierenden Stosskanten fasst ein erster vorspringender Stosskantenabschnitt in einen zweiten rückspringenden Stosskantenabschnitt. Die Stoßkanten fassen - im Gegensatz zur Ausbildung in der FR 2 787 251 A1 - ohne Hinterschneidung ineinander. Die korrespondierenden Stosskanten werden aufeinander zubewegt und die Konturen fugenlos ineinander geschoben, wobei eine Führung in Längserstreckungsrichtung angestrebt wird. Eine seitliche Verschiebbarkeit ist nicht gegeben.In the case of the formation of curved corresponding abutting edges a first projecting butt section into a second projecting Shock edge portion. In contrast to the training in the FR 2 787 251 A1 - without an undercut in each other. The corresponding ones Butt edges are moved towards each other and the contours seamlessly pushed, with a guide aimed in the longitudinal direction becomes. There is no lateral displacement.

    Zur Einbringung der Anschluss-Konturen sollten Konturfräser eingesetzt werden. Die formschlüssige Verbindung sollte möglichst unmittelbar anschließend erfolgen, so dass sich keine Oxidschicht ausbilden kann.Contour cutters should be used to introduce the connection contours. The positive connection should take place as soon as possible, so that no oxide layer can form.

    Alternativ kann so verfahren werden, dass die gefrästen Konturen mit einem Oxidationsschutzmittel abgedeckt werden, so dass die Montage auch zeitversetzt erfolgen kann. Als Oxidationsschutzmittel sind bekannte Öle oder Lacke in Handel, die eingesetzt werden können.Alternatively, the milled contours can be treated with an antioxidant be covered, so that the assembly can also be done with a time delay can. Known oils or varnishes are commercially available as antioxidants, that can be used.

    In einer einfachsten Ausführung stoßen korrespondierende Stosskanten stumpf aneinander. Korrespondierende Stosskanten können sich jedoch auch überschneiden oder überlappen, wie in Fig. 6B oder als Nut-und-Feder-Verbindung, wie in Fig. 6A, (jeweils Schnitt B-B aus Fig. 5) in Fig. 6A zeigt.In the simplest version, corresponding butt edges butt together. Corresponding edges can also overlap or overlap, as in FIG. 6B or as a tongue and groove connection, as in Fig. 6A, (section B-B of Fig. 5) in Fig. 6A.

    Die Verbindung kann zur Verbesserung der Leitfähigkeit an dem Stoss mit einer zusätzlichen Verschweißung oder Lötung ergänzt sein. In den Figuren 2 und 3 sind Nute 40 dargestellt, die mit Lot gefüllt werden.The connection can be used to improve the conductivity at the joint with a additional welding or soldering can be added. In Figures 2 and 3 grooves 40 are shown which are filled with solder.

    Die Lage zweier Flachleiter (Hauptrichtung oder Längserstreckung des ersten zur Hauptrichtung des anstoßenden Flachleiters) kann unterschiedlich sein. Der einfachste Fall ist die gerade Verbindung in Fortsetzung der Hauptrichtung 16. Ein anderer Anwendungsfall liegt vor, wenn die Flachleiter im Winkel von 90° aufeinander zulaufen (wie in den Fig. 2 oder 3). Bei diesem Fall liegen die korrespondierende Stosskanten senkrecht zur Hauptrichtung eines oder beider Flachleiter. Der Verlauf kann jedoch auch schräg zur Längserstreckungsrichtung (etwa 45°) ausgebildet werden.The position of two flat conductors (main direction or longitudinal extension of the first to The main direction of the abutting flat conductor) can be different. The easiest Fall is the straight connection in continuation of the main direction 16. On Another application is when the flat conductors are at an angle of 90 ° to each other approach (as in Fig. 2 or 3). In this case, the corresponding ones Butt edges perpendicular to the main direction of one or both flat conductors. However, the course can also be inclined to the longitudinal direction (about 45 °) be formed.

    In Fig. 4 ist eine Verbindung gezeigt, wo diese zwischen zwei Flachleitern hergestellt ist, bei denen ein erster Flachleiter an seiner Längsseite mit einem zweiten Flachleiter verbunden wird. Die Stoßkante des durchlaufenden Flachleiters liegt hierbei an einer Stirnseite oder einem Endabschnitt des durchlaufenden Flachleiters, wie in den anderen Ausführungsbeispielen vorgeschlagen. Die Hauptrichtungen 16 und 16' der Flachleiter liegen im wesentlichen senkrecht zueinander. Die in Fig. 4 dargestellten korrespondierenden Stoßkanten 20 sind im wesentlichen gerade und an ihren Enden auf einem kurzen Stück konkav gekrümmt, um eine seitliche Verschiebung auszuschließen oder zu begrenzen.In Fig. 4 a connection is shown where it is made between two flat conductors is where a first flat conductor on its long side with a second Flat conductor is connected. The abutting edge of the continuous flat conductor lies in this case on an end face or an end section of the continuous flat conductor, as suggested in the other embodiments. The main directions 16 and 16 'of the flat conductors are essentially perpendicular to one another. The corresponding abutting edges 20 shown in FIG. 4 are essentially straight and curved concavely at their ends on a short piece to exclude or limit a lateral shift.

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    Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Verbindung mit Formschluss zwischen einem ersten flachen Leiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitt (12), insbesondere Stromschienen für Niederspannungsanwendung hoher Strombelastbarkeit aus Material hoher Leitfähigkeit, an einer ersten Stoßkante (20,22) und mindestens einem zweiten Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitt (12) an einer zweiten korrespondierenden Stoßkante (20,22), wobei der Formschluss durch das Hintergreifen mindestens einer Hinterschneidung (33) an den korrespondierenden Stoßkanten (20,22) erzielt wird, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass zueinander korrespondierende Stoßkanten (20,22) derart gestaltet sind, dass die Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitte (12) an den korrespondieren Stoßkanten (20,22) ohne Formschluss aneinander anlegbar sind, dass in den korrespondierenden Stosskanten (20, 22) beider Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitte (12) mindestens eine Ausnehmung (24,24') derart ausgebildet wird, dass diese nach Aneinanderlegen der korrespondierenden Stosskanten (20,22) eine geschlossene Kontur bilden, dass zur Herstellung der Verbindung in mindestens eine Ausnehmung (24,24') ein im Umriss der geschlossenen Kontur ausgebildeter Verriegelungsbolzen (30, 30') eingepresst wird, und dass die geschlossene Kontur der Ausnehmungen (24,24') und die Linienform der korrespondierenden Stoßkanten (20,22) zueinander so ausgebildet werden, dass mindestens eine Hinterschneidung (33, 33') zur Herstellung des Formschlusses entsteht. Method for producing a connection with a positive connection between a first flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12), in particular busbars for low-voltage use of high current carrying capacity made of high conductivity material, on a first abutting edge (20, 22) and at least one second flat conductor (10) or Flat conductor section (12) on a second corresponding abutting edge (20, 22), the positive fit being achieved by engaging behind at least one undercut (33) on the corresponding abutting edge (20, 22), characterized in that that mutually corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) are designed such that the flat conductors (10) or flat conductor sections (12) can be placed against one another at the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) without positive locking, that at least one recess (24, 24 ') is formed in the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) of both flat conductors (10) or flat conductor sections (12) such that these form a closed contour after the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) have been placed against one another, that a locking bolt (30, 30 ') formed in the outline of the closed contour is pressed into at least one recess (24, 24'), and that the closed contour of the recesses (24, 24 ') and the line shape of the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) with respect to one another are formed in such a way that at least one undercut (33, 33') is produced to produce the positive connection. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die korrespondierenden Stosskanten als Geraden (20) ausgebildet werden.A method according to claim 1, characterized in that the corresponding abutting edges are formed as a straight line (20). Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Linienform der korrespondierenden Stoßkanten gekrümmt, sinusförmig oder mäanderförmig (22) ausgebildet wird.Method according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the line shape of the corresponding abutting edges is curved, sinusoidal or meandering (22). Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die korrespondierenden Stosskanten (20,22) im wesentlichen schräg zur Längserstreckungsrichtung (16) eines oder beider Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitte (12) ausgebildet werden. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) are formed essentially obliquely to the longitudinal direction (16) of one or both flat conductors (10) or flat conductor sections (12). Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Verbindung an einer Längsseite eines ersten Flachleiters (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitts (12) ausgebildet wird, derart dass der zweite Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitt (12) im wesentlichen senkrecht auf den ersten Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitt (12) zuläuft.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connection is formed on a long side of a first flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12), such that the second flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12) is substantially perpendicular to the first flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12). Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die geschlossene Kontur kreisrund (24') ausgebildet wird.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the closed contour is circular (24 '). Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die geschlossene Kontur als Hantelform ausgebildet wird.Method according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the closed contour is designed as a dumbbell shape. Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass korrespondierende Stosskanten (20,22) stumpf aneinander stoßend ausgebildet werden.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) are designed to abut one another. Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass korrespondierende Stosskanten (20,22) in Form einer Nut-und-Feder-Verbindung ausgebildet werden.Method according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) are designed in the form of a tongue and groove connection. Verfahren nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass korrespondierende Stosskanten (20,22) überlappend ausbildet werden.Method according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) are designed to overlap. Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass korrespondierende Stosskanten (20,22) zusätzlich mit einer Verschweißung oder Verlötung (40) miteinander verbunden werden.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) are additionally connected to one another by welding or soldering (40). Verbindungsanordnung mit Formschluss zwischen einem ersten flachen Leiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitt (12), insbesondere Stromschienen für Niederspannungsanwendung hoher Strombelastbarkeit aus Material hoher Leitfähigkeit, an einer ersten Stoßkante (20,22) und mindestens einem zweiten Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitt (12) an einer korrespondierenden Stoßkante (20, 22) wobei der Formschluss durch das Hintergreifen mindestens einer Hinterschneidung an den korrespondierenden Stoßkanten (20,22) erzielt wird, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Ausbildung zueinander korrespondierender Stoßkanten (20,22) derart gestaltet ist, dass die Flachleiter (10) oder die Flachleiterabschnitte (12) an den korrespondieren Stoßkanten (20,22) ohne Formschluss aneinander anlegbar sind, dass in den korrespondierenden Stoßkanten (20,22) beider Flachleiter (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitte (12) mindestens eine Ausnehmung (24,24') derart ausgebildet ist, dass diese sich nach Aneinanderlegen der korrespondierenden Stoßkanten (20,22) gegenüberliegen, dass ein Verriegelungsbolzen (30,30') in mindestens eine der Ausnehmungen (24,24') eingepresst ist mit einer Kontur, die dem Gesamtumriss von gegenüberliegenden Ausnehmungen (24,24') entspricht, und dass die Kontur der gegenüberliegenden Ausnehmungen (24,24') und die Linienform der korrespondierenden Stoßkanten (20,22) zueinander so ausgebildet sind, mindestens eine Hinterschneidung (33, 33') zur Herstellung des Formschlusses gebildet ist. Connection arrangement with a positive connection between a first flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12), in particular busbars for low-voltage use of high current carrying capacity made of high conductivity material, on a first abutting edge (20, 22) and at least one second flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12) on a corresponding abutting edge (20, 22), the positive locking being achieved by reaching behind at least one undercut on the corresponding abutting edge (20, 22), characterized in that that the formation of mutually corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) is designed such that the flat conductors (10) or the flat conductor sections (12) can be placed against one another on the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) without positive locking, that at least one recess (24, 24 ') is formed in the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) of both flat conductors (10) or flat conductor sections (12) such that they lie opposite one another after the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) have been placed against one another, that a locking bolt (30, 30 ') is pressed into at least one of the recesses (24, 24') with a contour that corresponds to the overall outline of opposite recesses (24, 24 '), and that the contour of the opposite recesses (24, 24 ') and the line shape of the corresponding abutting edges (20, 22) with respect to one another are formed in such a way that at least one undercut (33, 33') is formed to produce the positive connection. Flachleiterverbindung nach Anspruch 12, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Längserstreckungsrichtung (16) eines Flachleiters (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitts (12) zur Längserstreckungsrichtung (16) des anstoßenden Flachleiters (10) oder Flachleiterabschnitts (12) in einem Winkel von 90° verläuft.Flat conductor connection according to claim 12, characterized in that the longitudinal direction (16) of a flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12) to the longitudinal extension direction (16) of the abutting flat conductor (10) or flat conductor section (12) extends at an angle of 90 °. Flachleiterverbindung nach einem der Ansprüche 13 bis 15, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die geschlossene Kontur kreisrund (24') oder als Hantelform (24) ausgebildet ist.Flat conductor connection according to one of claims 13 to 15, characterized in that the closed contour is circular (24 ') or a dumbbell shape (24).
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